Welcome to 20 Chestnut St; U:1, a meticulously renovated Brownstone condominium and private Carriage House atop Beacon Hill, where historic charm meets modern elegance. This exquisite home offers four bedrooms, three & a half bathrooms, private courtyard and garage parking. Dream kitchen, complete with a butlers pantry, seamlessly flows into a grand dining and living area, featuring dual fireplaces, soaring ceilings, Juliet balcony, and powder room. The lavish primary suite is atrue retreat, boasting a spa-like bathroom, dual closets, fireplace, and french doors overlooking the private courtyard. Two well-appointed bedrooms, full bathroom, laundry room, and wet bar complete the main living. Step outside to the large tranquil private courtyard, a serene urban oasis adjacent to the au-pair suite above the carriage house offering endless possibilities - ideal for home office, guest house, or stylish lounge. Steps from Charles St. & the Boston Common, home delivers unmatched city living.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13 x 23
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 11
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 17 x 14
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15 x 15
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 299
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 143
- Bedroom 3 Sqft: 238
- Bedroom 4 Sqft: 225
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
- Bedroom 3 Level: First
- Bedroom 4 Level: First
- Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Marble, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Bedroom 2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Bedroom 3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Bedroom 4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 9
- Living Room Dimensions: 17 x 21
- Living Room Sqft: 357
- Entry Foyer Level: 1
- Living Room Level: Second
- Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Basement Description: Y
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3.5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Level: Second
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
- Bathroom 3 Level: First
- Bathroom 1 Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Bathroom 2 Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Bathroom 3 Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
Appliances
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Washer
- Dryer
- Wine Refrigerator
- Range Hood
- Laundry Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, First Floor, In Unit
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Heating Features: Central, Natural Gas
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 17 x 22
- Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Dining Room Level: Second
- Dining Room Sqft: 374
- Kitchen Dimensions: 17 x 23
- Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Pot Filler Faucet, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Kitchen Level: Second
- Kitchen Sqft: 391
Interior Features
- Flooring: Marble, Hardwood
Exterior and Lot Features
- Courtyard
- Patio
- Balcony
- Storage
- Decorative Lighting
- Sprinkler System
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Garage and Parking
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Assigned, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, On Street, Deeded
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Hot Water
- Association Fee: 1790
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1790
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 79165
- City Region: Beacon Hill
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Suffolk
- Directions: Between Walnut St. & Spruce St. Red Line & Green Line (Park St.) Orange Line (Chinatown)
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: 1280322
- Zoning: T
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1880
- Building Area Total: 3640
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Property Age: 145
- Property Attached: Yes
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Brownstone, Duplex
- Year Built Details: Renovated Since
- Year Built Effective: 2020
- Year Built Source: Owner
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Security Features: Intercom, TV Monitor